Grilled Sweet Peppers and Corn

A colorful summer side dish featuring charred bell peppers and sweet corn, finished with fresh basil and butter. Perfect for barbecues and outdoor entertaining.

6 servings
40 min

Ingredients

  • 4 whole red bell peppers
  • 4 whole yellow bell peppers
  • 9 ears large ears of corn
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • cup fresh basil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill peppers until charred on all sides. Transfer to paper bag; roll top to close tightly. Let steam 10 minutes. Peel and seed peppers. Cut into 1/2-inch-thick strips. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

    25 min

  2. 2.

    Brush corn with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until charred in spots, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Transfer to large bowl; cover to keep warm.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bell pepper strips. Sauté until heated through, stirring often, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Spoon into center of large shallow platter. Arrange corn around peppers. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons basil over and serve.

    5 min

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